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Keto Pork Tail Stew (No Potatoes or Thickeners)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, yuca, carrots, or any flour/masa/cornstarch thickeners are used in the stew. About 9g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A robust and flavorful stew made with slow-cooked pork tails, which are rich in gelatin and natural fats. The tails are simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, and garlic, offering a hearty and satisfying meal. Modified to omit all potatoes, carrots, and starchy thickeners.
Key ingredients
Pork tails, fresh tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, garlic, chicken broth, olive oil or lard, bay leaf, thyme, salt, black pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, ensure no potatoes, yuca, carrots, or any flour/masa/cornstarch thickeners are used in the stew. The sauce should be naturally reduced and thickened.
Watch out for
Overuse of tomatoes can increase carb content; hidden sugars in commercial tomato products or seasonings; accidental use of starchy thickeners.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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